La Mezquita - The world's second largest mosque built in the 8th century with a Cathedral placed in it's center like a huge spider in it's web. The main sight in Cordoba is undoubtedly the Great Mosque. One of the unsurpassed masterpieces of world architecture. The entire city is a jewel in Andalucía's crown. Emperor Carlos V overrode the wishes of Cordoba's mayor by authorizing the cathedral's construction in the 16th century, although he deeply regretted his decision when he saw the completed travesty.(Penguin Random House)

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